Red Cross opens emergency shelter after Balch Springs grass fire
Eight families were at the Balch Springs Recreation Center where the Red Cross established an emergency shelter after a grass fire spread into a neighborhood.
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Red Cross Responding To Natural Disasters Across North Texas
In the span of just a few days several natural disasters have happened across North Texas and the Red Cross has been one of the first to respond with help.
Red Cross Helping North Texas Recover From Tornadoes And Wildfires
Red Cross Helping North Texas Recover From Tornadoes And Wildfires
Red Cross Helping North Texas Tornado And Wildfire Victims
Red Cross Helping North Texas Tornado And Wildfire Victims
Fort Worth Apartment Fire Displaces Mother And Her Young Son Who Has A Disability
A Fort Worth woman with a son who has a disability are struggling to figure out their next steps after an apartment fire earlier this week displaced them.
Fire Damages 16 Apartment Units In Grand Prairie, No Injuries
Grand Prairie firefighters extinguished a 1-alarm fire at an apartment complex in the 2600 block of Hawco Drive around 11:00 a.m. Wednesday.
North Texas Blood Supply Reaches 'Critically Low' Level
With January already a slow month, the impacts from the pandemic don't help either, with many people working from home and blood drives at colleges and schools down 60%.
12 Residents Displaced After Fire At Fort Worth Apartments
It happened at the Firestone Apartments on 200 Henderson Street around 10:20 a.m. Friday.
Texas Adjusting Hurricane Response Plans Due To Coronavirus Pandemic
Monday marked the start of hurricane season and experts are predicting a busy one with as many as a half dozen major hurricanes.
450 Structures Damaged By Deadly Houston Warehouse Explosion
The new total is more than double the initial assessment of about 200 damaged structures after the explosion early Friday at a building at Watson Grinding and Manufacturing.
'I Started Throwing My Babies Out Of The Window': Dallas Condo Residents Escape 4-Alarm Fire
Residents were sent running from their homes as fire engulfed a 3-story unit at a Dallas condominium complex just before 1:00 a.m.
3-Alarm Thanksgiving Night Fire Causes Major Damage At East Dallas Apartments
When firefighters arrived at the three-story apartment building, flames were coming through the roof, Dallas Fire-Rescue said.
20 Residents Displaced After 2-Alarm Apartment Fire In Fort Worth
Nearly two dozen people have been forced out of their home after a two-alarm fire at an apartment complex in Fort Worth.
More Than 55 Residents Displaced After 4-Alarm Fire Destroys Dallas Condos
More than 55 people, according to the Red Cross, are without a home after a four-alarm fire destroyed a section of a Dallas condominium complex on Friday.
3-Alarm Apartment Fire Leaves Dallas Residents Out In The Cold
Between 45 and 50 residents at a northeast Dallas apartment complex were forced into the cold after a three-alarm fire broke out early Friday morning.
Shortage Has Red Cross Making "Emergency" Call For Blood Donors
This year the American Red Cross is facing an extreme blood shortage that has them putting out an "emergency" call for donors.
Cleanup Continues After Devastating Flooding In Everman
One Tarrant County community needs help after a weekend of flash flooding left dozens of homes damaged.
Flash Floods In Everman Damage Homes, Vehicles; Some Residents Displaced
Heavy rain and flash flooding caused major issues for North Texans, especially for residents in Everman who had to deal with floodwaters in their homes.
Small North Texas Town Going Without Water
People who live in Horseshoe Bend in Parker County say this is just the latest water issue in an ordeal that goes back months.
Red Cross Issues Urgent Call For Blood Donors After July 4th Holiday
The American Red Cross says there's an urgent need for people to donate blood following the Fourth of July holiday.
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The American Red Cross is sharing three ways to give the gift of life in less time. To help donors fit in a donation, the Red Cross offers three easy ways to make helping save lives faster and more convenient.
Dallas Church Seeking Reimbursement For Hurricane Harvey Costs
Hodge says his church is now running low on money, after spending more than $60,000 on food and supplies for 17 people during September and October.
Gov. Abbott Voiced 'Concern' About Red Cross After Harvey
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Wednesday he raised concerns with the American Red Cross following Hurricane Harvey that hundreds of millions of dollars in donations wasn't getting to people who need it.
I-Team: Where's The Harvey Donation Money?
The Red Cross collected more than $400 million in Harvey relief donations alone, but some donors and flood victims are asking where all the money has gone.
Red Cross Raises $350 Million For Harvey Relief
The Red Cross reported it has authorized payments of $400 in direct financial help to each of more than 380,000 households affected by the storm, amounting to a total of more than $150 million.
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Trump says Mar-a-Lago was "raided" by FBI
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Driver accused of killing White Settlement teen had 2 DUI convictions
Two Tarrant County high schools were hit with a tragedy just days before students returned to school.
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Catalytic converter thefts are still rising in North Texas, as thieves target the metals inside. But one repeat victim decided to fight back - literally.
Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
Her husband John Easterling announced her passing on her Facebook page.
Father arrested for leaving 5 kids in car without air conditioning
Several children, ages 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6 were either sleeping or passed out when officers pulled them from the car.
Should North Texas mosques increase security amid Albuquerque murders?
A string of murders has shaken up the Muslim community in Albuquerque and the rest of the country.
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Yaser Said claims he did not kill his 2 teenage daughters
Yaser Said denied killing his two teenage daughters while he was on the witness stand earlier on Monday.
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Summer break is nearly over, and school districts across Texas are still scrambling to hire teachers.
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Driver accused of killing White Settlement teen had 2 DUI convictions
Two Tarrant County high schools were hit with a tragedy just days before students returned to school.
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Churches cancel Christian day-camp as old allegations surface again
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21-story apartment tower to go up where 2017 condo fire took place
The site of Dallas' biggest fire is now a giant crater.
I-Team: Reports find scam callers target Texas, specifically Dallas-Fort Worth
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Trump says Mar-a-Lago was "raided" by FBI
Two sources confirmed to CBS News that the search warrant was connected to White House records.
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Jack Fink's one-on-one with Sen. Ted Cruz at CPAC
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Tax-free weekend brings thousands to shopping malls across North Texas
It's a chance for shoppers to get deals on back-to-school supplies or even just treat themselves.
Tax-free weekend a chance for back-to-school shoppers to save big
Tax-free weekend in Texas is officially here, and shoppers are already taking advantage of the annual sales tax holiday.
H-E-B issuing all-store recall for mint chocolate chip ice cream
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Consumer advocate talks pros, cons of electric vehicles
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U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
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H-E-B issuing all-store recall for mint chocolate chip ice cream
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Banana Boat spray sunscreens sold nationwide recalled over carcinogen
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WHO declares monkeypox a global emergency
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Tax-free weekend brings thousands to shopping malls across North Texas
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25th annual DFW Restaurant Week begins August 8
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Olivia Newton-John, beloved singer and actress, dies at 73
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Triple digit temperatures won't return until next week
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As catalytic converter thefts are on the rise, one victim fights back
Catalytic converter thefts are still rising in North Texas, as thieves target the metals inside. But one repeat victim decided to fight back - literally.
Arlington ISD implements new alert system to send updates during an emergency
Safety and security has been at the top of many people's minds as Arlington Independent School District students prepare to start class next week.
As summer break comes to an end, many local districts are struggling to hire teachers
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Back to school means back to school zones
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Victims of Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, Texas
On May 24, 2022 nineteen children and two teachers were killed in Uvalde, Texas, after a teenaged gunman barricaded himself in a 4th grade classroom and opened fire.
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Following the tragic shooting deaths of 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School, the Uvalde community is grappling to find answers and understanding.
CBS 11 Bike To Work Week!
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Easter bunny hops into Cook Children's NICU
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March 14 Fannin County Storm Damage Near Leonard, Texas
The storm that moved through North Texas on the evening of March 14 was fast-moving but left a lot of damage behind in some places. Here are images from Fannin County, west of the town of Leonard, where many believe a tornado touched down.
